Nikon Z50 - POWERFUL and CHEAP. But is it worth it?

[@intrinsicimagery]

Okay... couple of things. First, great video. I have been shocked at how good the Z50 is, which I got for travel, and have worked in to be my video B cam. I have all three Z bodies; I almost never use the Z7 for video. The Z6 and Z50 are better. Second, you need to grab the native DX Z mount lenses. The 16-50 is the equivalent of 24-70mm, and is a video workhorse if you have enough light. And the 50-250mm is an absurd vacation lens. It has an effective focal length of 375mm at the long end. I've shot everything from dragonflies to aircraft and everything in between with it. Third, the Z50 isn't a baby Z6. It is a baby Z7. The image area is EXACTLY a Z7 in DX crop mode. Fourth, use Z mount glass for video. The native lenses have stepping motors and are silent when focusing. Consider the 35mm 1.8S, which is effectively a 50mm focal length on the Z50. Hope this helps!

[@Isaypreach]

I got the z50 but how do u zoom into focus through the evf? Unless im doing something wrong. I set up back focus button so i always assume everything is in focus once i hit it. At least it looks that way to me. I am a beginner photographer please forgive me. Also when using back button focusing , should i keep hold on the button or release it and it will stay in focus or keep holding it?

[@drewbrown7140]

yes, yes it does. Thank you!

[@intrinsicimagery]

You need to try the 50-250mm kit lens. It will blow your mind.

[@boramiNYC]

An amazing lens! Sharper than ubersharp DX 85mm macro.

[@nellatrab]

JJ Westgate I agree...it a beauty

[@dct124]

I'm thinking Nikon left out the headphone jack to save money but also b/c an external recorder is better for this class of camera if you're gonna use it as pro. It is still entry level no matter how high it punches over it's weight.

[@dct124]

Instead of buying anymore batteries, buy a $10 high capacity power bank and attach it to the hot shoe. When the camera goes to sleep it will charge via USB. Nikon needs to allow it to charge and shoot but since they don't and it costing $100 that's definitely on purpose.

[@Cotictimmy]

I very much like OVF and the big viewfinders of the D3x & D4, but I may get one of these to try. A few years back I had a Fuji X-T1 for a few months but did not like it & was happy to return to Nikon DSLRs. I am a Nikon guy so happy to try the Z's when I can get a deal cheap enough.

[@Shanedmc2]

Why on earth do you have 200 subs.. This channel is so underrated

[@samgerers]

Huh, the Nikon Z50 batteries cost €58 (incl. taxes) where I live, usually electronics are more expensive in Europe.

[@TorridDesign]

I'm not sure where he is but I just paid $69

[@gerski8901]

Great explanation of how a battery works!

[@TheBigbangguy]

Thanks for your video! Very informative. Loving the Z50. Can you share what microphone do you use in this video. I Love the sound quality!

[@Attriii]

You should have made more videos about z50 and that would have helped your channel so much. Also loved the video and I am going to buy mine tomorrow and wanted to see more videos about it and loved yours thoughts about it. Also I subscribed and hope you will keep making more videos about z50

[@AleXandruT]

Thank you. Comparing with Sony zv-e10, so you know which one is better for video and photo?

[@NigelMurray777]

Until the z50 gets a refresh (z50 ii hopefully next year) the zv-e10 is the better choice right now for video. Smoother auto focus system really wins it. I still really like having a view finder for photos so if that is important then the z50 for sure since the zv-e10 doesn't have one. If that's not a big issue I'd say go Sony right now.

[@iammz81]

Nice video. I love how excited you are about the Z50, so do I. I am just obsessed with my little new camera.. :)

[@Lenv69]

Great video man, keep it up

[@markshirley01]

I'm thinking of buying a Z50 with the 16-50 to go on a Weebill S - do you think that will balance easy enough. PS - I notice online they don't even give an option on many sites for a second or third battery. (Nikon keep putting barriers up to buying their new cameras).

[@monreveblanc232]

did you buy the z50 ? can you tell me if it fits well on the weebill-S?

[@RandomVideos-hm3kg]

is this better than the d500?

[@smkunder1]

Great review, do you miss your D850 quality and features?

[@pepesanchez9096]

Why so few subscribers..great review

[@icecreamlover7230]

Great review im thinking to purchase z6 i hope you can review that camera in your future vlog keep it up new supporter here😊

[@cherylmarsters6707]

Love your energy

[@rodmanrn11]

How much weight did you use to balance the z50 on the gimbal?

[@NigelMurray777]

I didn't need any extra weights for it. This gimbal was definitely way more than I needed for this camera. I used to use a D850 with the 16-35mm lens on there (approximately 2kg) perfectly fine. I would recommend setting the gimbal to low or medium for the motor power with such a light camera.

[@nellatrab]

You are correct sir! Except there is no anti alias filter...I read elsewhere. ?

[@carjac820]

I think Nikon got rid of the AA filter since the D610

[@yuanwentiew9617]

Great video bro. Just wondering when you shot z50 with 70-200mm 2.8, it means the focal length is actually x1.5 right?

[@NigelMurray777]

Yup! So its a 105 - 300mm on the z50. Perfect for if I want just a bit more range!

[@thunder7382]

holding the z50 body with 70-200 on,good luck

[@SmithMediaSolutions]

Great review!

[@thunder7382]

you love specs, i love imaging

[@sdhute]

The batteries are 69.95 now 👍

[@creamynessification]

It's a joy to use.

[@aarongallaway7005]

Couldn’t you use Bluetooth headphones?

[@gemstyxwalls1419]

Ebay has Z50 battery for $69+.

[@faisalsheraz8101]

Nice review...

[@NigelMurray777]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@kevinbreese5739]

$100 for that battery is laughable. Don't worry the aftermarket will soon have much better solutions. The camera and 2 lens kit, however, is a great buy @ $1099 direct from Nikon!

[@aravindmj920]

There is a malfunctioning pixel in your video, lower-left. Nice review, man!

[@jeffrey3498]

No joystick because the Z50 is a female camera. 📷😂👍